His Destructive, Toxic Love (Jasper and Eliza)

Chapter 529

John was sure of it. Eliza was going to keep the baby. Raising one child as a single mom was tough enough, and now she had another on the way. "Does the Welton family know about this?" he asked.

"I've been wrestling with whether to tell them," she replied, clearly torn. This pregnancy was personal, but since the baby was Casper's, it wasn't just her business. Honestly, whether she told them or not, she'd still be the one raising the child, so what difference would it make?

John's brow furrowed with concern. "Why don't you come to France? I'll help you with the kids. It's hard enough for one person to do it alone, and I can't just stand by and watch."

"Casper left enough money for them," she said, trying to sound nonchalant.

John's worry deepened. Was money really enough to raise a child? She had raised Brock on her own, so she knew it took more than just cash. He got it, though; now wasn't the time to press the issue. Some things needed a gentle touch to get through to Eliza. "I've taken some time off work. I'll be by your side, whether we stay here in Falconridge or head back to Oak Falls. I'm here for you," John said, patting his chest confidently.

Eliza felt a wave of gratitude. She leaned against his shoulder, her eyes distant and sad. "John, don't worry about me. I'll get through this. Casper... he was never any good. I'll get over him, right?"

Eliza blinked wearily. "He really messed up my life."

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